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Ochre castle-style units on a hillside near Aus.

Desert Horse Inn

Aus | Namibia
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Among the Aus Mountains

Desert Horse Inn is shaped as much by its surroundings as by the accommodation itself. Granite hills rise behind the property, open plains stretch toward the Namib, and the famous wild horses occur farther west around Garub. For travelers crossing southern Namibia, it provides a comfortable base from which to explore a region that deserves more than a roadside overnight.

Price Per Person Sharing From:

USD 116 - 152
Rating | Personal and Comfortable
Lounge with wooden armchairs and patterned cushions.

Highlights & What to Expect

  • Thirty farmhouse-style rooms
  • Peaceful setting in the Aus Mountains
  • Garub wild-horse area about 20 km away
  • Walking and mountain-bike trails
  • Guided nature and sunset drives
  • Day trips toward Lüderitz and Kolmanskop
  • Cold-water swimming pool
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Overview of Desert Horse Inn

The inn lies around 3 km east of Aus where rocky mountains meet broad grass-covered plains.

Location & Setting

This transitional landscape marks a striking change between the interior and the increasingly arid country toward the coast, while Garub, Kolmanskop and Lüderitz can all be visited from here. It is a particularly attractive stop where the southern edge of the Namib Desert begins to dominate the scenery.

Rooms

The 30 rooms comprise twin, double and four-bed configurations, allowing couples and families to be accommodated without forcing every guest into the same layout. All include a veranda, en-suite shower, refrigerator, safe, tea and coffee facilities, ceiling fan and air-conditioning for both cooling and heating. Their understated farmhouse appearance suits the rural setting and avoids competing with the surrounding mountain views.

Facilities

After a day exploring the south, guests can return to the restaurant, Wild Horse Bar, upstairs deck or cold-water pool. Hiking and cycling routes start in the surrounding hills, while guided outings introduce the history and natural environment of Klein-Aus Vista. Desert Horse Inn adds an engaging regional stop to Namibia safaris and is included among our selected Namibia Lodges & Camps.

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Layered mountain silhouettes under an orange dawn sky.
Old stone well in front of a chalet at dusk.
Sitting area with a horse painting on a rock-faced wall.
Wild horse standing on open gravel.
Terracotta building with crenellations under blue sky.
Abandoned house on a flat plain at twilight.
Raised deck with a bench overlooking the grounds.
Bedroom with single beds and a cowhide rug.

Amenities

Accommodations

30

Bar & Lounge

Restaurant

Swimming Pool

Wi-Fi

In-room Safe

Tea & Coffee

Ceiling Fan

Private Deck

Activities

Scenic Touring

Mountain Biking

Hiking Trails

Last Updated: November 21, 2025 Curated By: The African Sky Safaris & Tours Team